Inpatient Behavioral Health Tech — Growth & Benefits

Universal Health Services; Highlands Ranch (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition and Educational Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Challenging and rewarding work

Career development opportunities withU

Competitive pay and generous PTO

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and

Job summary

Highlands Behavioral Health System in Littleton, CO, part of Universal Health Services, is hiring a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to oversee patient milieu, assist in daily living activities, and support group therapy under the Charge Nurse supervision. This role emphasizes safety, documentation, and patient engagement in acute psychiatric care.

The position offers day shifts (7:00a-3:30p) with weekend rotation, a career ladder program, bilingual pay bonus, and comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in human services field preferred.
• Two+ years of education focused on nursing, psychology, social service, medicine or related field or completion of EMT, CNA, Medical Assistant, Security Training program or equivalent preferred.
• At least one year relevant experience preferred.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license in the applicable state.
• CPR certification within 30 days of employment and successful completion of Handle with Care training.

Responsibilities

• Provides supervision for assigned patients.
• Facilitate psycho-educational groups.
• Documents observations of patient behavior.
• Performs basic housekeeping tasks required to maintain patient living areas.
• Ensures safety of patient at all times.

Skills

Group therapy facilitation

Patient supervision

ADL assistance

Safety management

Bilingual pay incentive

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in human services (preferred)

Job description

Highlands Behavioral Health System in Littleton, CO, part of Universal Health Services, is hiring a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to oversee patient milieu, assist in daily living activities, and support group therapy under the Charge Nurse supervision. This role emphasizes safety, documentation, and patient engagement in acute psychiatric care.

The position offers day shifts (7:00a-3:30p) with weekend rotation, a career ladder program, bilingual pay bonus, and comprehensive benefits